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NIGERIA JOINT RESPONSE/ DUTCH MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS (Oct – Nov 2020)      

Category: Monitoring and evaluation, Humanitarian studiesProject name: Accountability pilot survey in Borno stateWe played a key role in the "Accountability Pilot" survey, an M&E project in Borno State, Nigeria. This project aimed to improve accountability by testing new ways to gather feedback from communities.  These methods included voice recorders and dedicated staff presence to collect complaints, provide information (help desk), and address concerns. As the M&E Officer and Data Analyst, we trained enumerators and oversaw data collection across three...

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USAID/NIGERIA (Dec 2020 – Jan 2021)

Category: Education developmentProject name: Northern Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) We contributed to the Northern Education Initiative Plus (NEI+), a USAID-funded project aiming to improve access to quality education and reading skills for over a million children in underserved communities (girls, orphans, and those in non-traditional schools) across Bauchi and Sokoto states in Nigeria. This was achieved through concise research on existing assessments and data collection methods, ensuring the project leveraged best practices. We also programmed the data collection tool...

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MERCY CORPS (Mar – Apr 2021)

Category: Humanitarian assistance, Livelihood, Food SecurityProject name: Responsive Economic Assistance for Conflict Affected Households (REACH) 4The REACH 4 project aimed to improve food security for over 13,500 conflict-affected families in Damboa, Borno, over a one-year period. Here's what you contributed. To achieve this we trained and supervised 18 enumerators for data collection in 8 project communities and also ensured data quality by implementing Data Quality Assurance measures. We collaborated on the evaluation report and presented findings to Mercy Corps.

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Japan International Cooperation Agency (Oct – Nov 2021)

Category: Market-oriented AgricultureProject name: Promotion of Market-Oriented Agricultural Extension System for Livelihood Improvement in Nigeria (SHEP Nigeria)Our brief tenure (October 10th - November 9th, 2021) as a data analyst for JICA's SHEP Nigeria project in Edo State proved highly impactful. Through data analysis of agricultural production, market trends, and farmer demographics, we identified crucial links between market-oriented extension systems and improved livelihoods. Clear visualizations and collaboration with project experts transformed data into actionable insights, driving informed decision-making, resource allocation,...

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SOCIAL IMPACT/USAID NIGERIA (Dec 2021 – Feb 2022)

Category: AgricultureProject name: USAID Agribusiness Investment Midterm Performance EvaluationWe played a vital role in the USAID Agribusiness Investment Midterm Performance Evaluation. During December 2021 to January 2022, we analyzed project data (both quantitative and qualitative) using advanced techniques. This analysis yielded key trends and insights that contributed to the evaluation report. Our work with the team ensured a data-driven understanding of the project's national impact, progress, and areas for improvement.  By helping present findings and supporting adjustments, you ultimately...

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RESEARCH FOR DEVELOPMENT(R4D) (Feb – June 2022)

Category: Health financingProject name: Health financing landscape in Cross River statePlayed important roles in the project by analyzing health financing in Cross River State for R4D by building strong relationships with stakeholders, designed a comprehensive work plan, and facilitated collaboration between the state and R4D/RTI teams. Our analysis of various data sources revealed opportunities and challenges in the system, ultimately contributing to advancing NTD programs and potentially mobilizing domestic funding within the state. We then effectively presented your findings...

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CONNECTED DEVELOPMENT (Nov – Dec 2022)

Category: HealthcareProject name: State of Primary Health Care in NigeriaWe led a large-scale study on Nigeria's primary healthcare system for Connected Development (CODE).  This research, encompassing surveys, interviews, and focus groups, analyzed the national picture of effectiveness, accessibility, and quality of care.  We managed a diverse team and built a comprehensive database with insights from over 2,000 facilities.  The project revealed disparities in service quality and access across regions, informing policy recommendations.  Your findings, presented to stakeholders and captured...

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Johns Hopkins Program for International Education in Gynecology and Obstetrics (JHPIEGO) (April – September 2022)    

Category: Gender, Reproductive Health, HealthcareProject name: GBVANC/FP Integration Study In our role as Data Consultants for JHPIEGO on the GBVANC/FP Integration Study spanning from April 1st to September 30th, 2022, we adeptly oversaw and analyzed data throughout the entirety of the project in Cross River State. Notable achievements encompassed the meticulous review and quality assurance of assessment-generated data to ensure its accuracy and reliability for subsequent analysis. We devised analytic codes and constructed dummy tables tailored to specific project...

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CENTER FOR WOMEN STUDIES INTERNATIONAL AND UNITED NATION TRUST FUND (Dec 2022 – Feb 2023)

Category: Gender, Women Studies, Sexual and Reproductive HealthProject name: Endline Evaluation of the Action to Eliminate Violence Against Women (ATEVAW)This project was conducted on behalf of the Center for Women Studies International and United Nation Trust Fund from December 1st, 2022 to February 24th, 2023 in Cross River State. We played a key role in evaluating the ATEVAW project's impact on eliminating violence against women by developing a robust research methodology using both qualitative and quantitative data and conducted...

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CONNECTED SECURITY (CODE) (Jan – April 2023)

Category: Budget allocation and utilization – Health FinancingProject name: Tracking the Allocation and Utilization of the 2022 Kaduna State Government’s Health Budget for Strengthening Vaccination Programs in Primary Health Care Facilities.We tracked how the 2023 Kaduna state government health budget was allocated and used for vaccination programs in primary health facilities. Our team analyzed budget documents, financial reports, and conducted interviews. This work identified gaps and disparities in funding allocation and utilization.  By collaborating with stakeholders, we developed recommendations...

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